Description
A delicious homemade pizza crust made with shredded chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup pepperoni (for topping)
- 1 cup fresh basil (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, ¼ cup mozzarella cheese, egg, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder until the mixture holds together.
- Transfer the mixture onto the baking sheet and flatten it into a round, about ¼ inch thick.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Spread pizza sauce over the crust and top with remaining mozzarella, pepperoni, and basil.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
Use fresh basil for a garden brightness. Let the chicken cool to mix more cleanly with the other ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American